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Client Testimonials

Expertise, Integrity, Communication, Results.

"Dean is unlike any other attorney I've worked with.  His advice, guidance and foresight are unparalleled.  He has a unique conflict resolution skill set which is rare to find in the legal world.  His practice is not driven by creating billable hours with open-ended outcomes; rather, he strives to close matters quickly and amicably with his clients' best interests in mind.  He seeks sensible resolutions and immediate deliverables."  -Brendan

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"Dean provides a combination of expertise, integrity, dedication, and personable service that inspires confidence and makes working with him a pleasure. He is a great person to have on your side and I have no hesitation in relying on him." - Mike

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"What struck me the most about working with Dean was the level of communication I received.  I never had to wonder when I might hear back, or worry about the status of my case.  Dean communicates clearly, effectively and regularly, and gave me greater control over the outcomes of my case." -Letitia

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"Dean is a brilliant attorney with a real knack for analytical concepts of the law. He has often times enlightened me and others with in-depth views of legal concepts. In working with Dean over the years, I've grown to trust and recommend him. I will most certainly continue!" - Ken

Uniquely Experienced

• Recognized by Superlawyers and the Leading Lawyers Network as being in the top 2% of attorneys in my field for 10 years in a row.

• Author of Foundations of Sustainable Development, a book published by the American Bar Association.

• Professor of Leadership, Ethics and Values, teaching Conflict Resolution, Negotiation and Mediation.

• Former Volunteer Firefighter and EMT.

• Legal Advisor to the Kane County Chiefs of Police Association.

• Former Special Assistant State's Attorney, appointed to represent the government in complex litigation.

• I have defended $23,700,000 in public bonds from IRS audit, and devised new financing methodology for public/private partnerships on multi-million dollar mixed-use developments.

• TEDx Talk lecturer on the challenges of over-reliance on legalese and the need to focus on practical considerations.

• Frequent lecturer and published author on issues relating to business law, government law, real property development and contract related issues.

• Raised on a farm, I've worked as a carpenter, a grocery store worker, a truck-driver, a car salesman, and a host of other jobs.  I have a practical approach to the law--and your business.